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Shaping Opinion

Tim O'Brien
Free Speech
School Resource Officers
Gun Violence
Wikipedia
Anti-Semitism
Courage
Seattle
School Policing Policies
Cancer Litigation
Corporate Malfeasance
Culture Of Victimhood
Hate Speech
First Amendment
Israel-Palestine Conflict
Social Justice
Anxiety
Chicago
National Association Of School Resource Officers
Chatgpt
Ranitidine

The Shaping Opinion podcast helps you see through the spin. It reveals things you may not know, and it exposes other things some may want to keep hidden. Its focus is on how your thoughts and attitudes are influenced to create change in the culture, sometimes for better, sometimes for worse. Host Tim O’Brien – author, senior media advisor and veteran damage control expert – empowers you with a fre... more

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Our guest is Bishop Joseph Stirckland. He is a Roman Catholic Bishop, the Biship Emeritus of Tyler, Texas. He he’s the Chairman and the Founder of a nonprofit organization called Pillars of Faith.

He’s developed a reputation for taking strong, tradi... more

Our guest is Timothy Sandefur. He is the vice president for legal affairs at the Goldwater Institute’s Center for Scharf-Norton Center for Constitutional Litigation.

What I wanted to talk with Tim about was something he wrote about free speech and e... more

Our guest today is Patrick Breyer. He is a self-described freedom fighter and a former member of the European Parliament. He served on the Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs.

I wanted to talk with Patrick about a newly proposed E... more

Our guest is Bunni Pounds. She is the Founder and President of Christians Engaged as well as the Senior Vice President for Family Policy Alliance and Family Policy Alliance Foundation – both founded by Dr. James Dobson.

She is the author of the book... more

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Bishop Joseph Strickland
Bishop Emeritus of Tyler, Texas, and chairman and founder of Pillars of Faith
Pillars of Faith
Episode: Bishop Joseph Strickland on Keeping the Faith
Timothy Sandefur
Vice President for Legal Affairs at the Goldwater Institute's Scharf-Norton Center for Constitutional Litigation
Goldwater Institute
Episode: Timothy Sandefur on Free Speech and Your Employer
Patrick Breyer
Former member of the European Parliament and activist
Pirate Party
Episode: Patrick Breyer on Proposed EU Surveillance of Private Messaging
Aaron Bandler
Investigative journalist based in the Bay Area of California
Episode: Aaron Bandler on Bias at Wikipedia
David Smokler
Executive Director of the K-12 Fairness Center
StandWithUs
Episode: David Smokler on School Teachers and Free Speech
Mark Joseph
Litigation Director at The Democracy Fund
The Democracy Fund
Episode: Mark Joseph on Canada’s Censorship Push
David McGarry
Research director at the Taxpayers Protection Alliance.
Taxpayers Protection Alliance
Episode: David McGarry on European Online Censorship
Stacy Malkan
Co-founder and managing editor of US Right to Know, a non-profit public health research group
US Right to Know
Episode: Stacy Malkan on Propaganda in Public Health
Greg Schlueter
Author, radio host, and leader focusing on faith, family, and culture.
Institute of Constitutional Thought and Leadership
Episode: Greg Schlueter on the Culture of Victimhood

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Tim O'Brien
Host of a podcast focused on cultural and social analysis, employing in-depth interviews and discussions to reveal influential ideas and narratives that shape public perception.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • Excellent, Researched and Well Produced

    The intention and preparation Tim puts into this program shines through. His guests are experts in their fields, are excited to speak with him, and he guides the conversations skillfully.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BroNouveauPod
    United States4 years ago
  • Very good

    Detailed, professional, fun and informative of a wide variety of topics.

    Listened to many episodes and only found one that I had a problem with (Marilyn Monroe - implying that her problems were mostly due to misogyny (and noting that women still don’t have a voice). Her problems were probably mostly due to her own mother being emotionally abusive to her.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beccaaz746
    United States5 years ago
  • Love the podcast!

    Always interesting... and fun! Thx! John from YaJagoff Podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ya Jagoff
    United States6 years ago
  • O’Brien! It’s a no-brainer. Excellent.

    Incredible podcast with intelligent and accessible content, brilliantly constructed questions and very interesting guests. Very impressive. Do not hesitate to download!

    Amy (Comedy Geek Sketch Podcast)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amy Comedy Geek
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Detailed and interesting!

    Tim is one of those host that I just want to keep listening to!

    I chose to listen to the episodes that awakened my nostalgic inner child and I was pretty much hooked on each of the 4 episodes that I just listened to today!

    Great show! Definitely recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sean Faust
    United States7 years ago

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Bishop Joseph Strickland on Keeping the Faith
Q: How would you describe your role as a bishop amidst the changes in the Church?
He expresses that he strives to uphold the truth of the Church's teachings and addresses the confusion surrounding some modern interpretations of Catholic doctrine.
Bishop Joseph Strickland on Keeping the Faith
Q: What made you want to become a priest?
Bishop Strickland mentions growing up in a Catholic family that valued faith, which shaped his desire to become a priest.
Timothy Sandefur on Free Speech and Your Employer
Q: Do employers have a right to free speech in America?
Yes, all rights are natural rights of individuals but are heavily regulated, meaning that employers face significant restrictions on their speech due to various government regulations.
Timothy Sandefur on Free Speech and Your Employer
Q: What rights do employees have in the workplace as far as speech is concerned?
Employees have limited rights due to their employment agreements, which allow employers to restrict certain types of speech to ensure business efficiency, but they are protected from employer retaliation when discussing unionization.
David McGarry on European Online Censorship
Q: How should American Internet users look at this DSA development?
Hold the line against government interference, as the Internet has historically provided a zone of freedom from regulation.

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The focus is on shedding light on societal issues and cultural phenomena that shape public opinion. It addresses a wide range of topics, including free speech, political censorship, educational challenges, and public health narratives, often featuring experts who provide unique insights into their respective fields. This podcast aims to engage listeners by exploring the complexities behind the headlines and fostering a deeper understanding of the factors influencing contemporary debates. It is characterized by well-researched content, intriguing discussions, and an approachable interviewing style that makes complex topics accessible and relatable for a diverse audience.

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1. Bishop Joseph Strickland
2. Timothy Sandefur
3. Patrick Breyer
4. Aaron Bandler
5. David Smokler
6. Mark Joseph
7. David McGarry
8. Stacy Malkan

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